About Our CEO & President

 

Karen R. Jenkins

BACKGROUND

Karen R. Jenkins leverages more than three decades of experience as a successful leader and entrepreneur who provides organizational development, innovative learning, and consulting services, which include federal and local governments, corporations, and small businesses.

Jenkins received her Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of South Carolina and completed South Carolina Bankers School before gaining her MBA from Webster University based in St. Louis, Missouri. In 2008, Jenkins founded KRJC with the driving factors of persistence and passion for leadership consulting, and since, the company has seen incredible growth.


PHILOSOPHY | SYNERGY LEADERSHIP

Jenkins leads clients to experience the same growth as KRJC through her guiding concept of Synergy Leadership. Jenkins believes in igniting action by transforming energy through synergy. With Synergy Leadership, she develops confident leaders and employees who engage, enlighten, and empower both themselves as well as their teams.

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Jenkins is also a motivational speaker who effortlessly connects with people from all walks of life, and her open and inclusive approach allows her to empower countless individuals through Synergy Leadership. To submit a speaking engagement inquiry, select the button below.

For an exclusive look at Karen speaking on her concept of Synergy Leadership, click here. For a copy of Karen’s media kit, click here.


AWARDS | ACCOMPLISHMENTS | AFFILIATIONS

Enterprising Women

2019 Enterprising Women of the Year
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The Enterprising Women of the Year Awards is widely considered one of the most prestigious recognition programs for women business owners. To win, nominees must demonstrate they have fast-growth businesses, mentor or actively support other women and girls involved in entrepreneurship, and stand out as leaders in their communities. Jenkins was recognized in 2020 in the category for earning over $2 million and up to $5 Million in annual sales.

 
Columbia Business Monthly

2020 ICONS & Phenoms Award
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Jenkins was one of fourteen established community stalwarts selected as members of the Columbia Regional Business Report’s Icons and Phenoms. The awardees all came from a wide range of business industries. Icons were recognized for making an impact on local businesses in Columbia and for establishing standards of business and civic excellence.

 
SBA

2019 SBA SC Small Business Woman of the Year
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Selected by the United States Small Business Administration South Carolina District Office, Jenkins was one of a group of distinguished leaders recognized for their contributions to the vibrant small business community in South Carolina. Hosted in partnership with the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the program drew hundreds of attendees, including the Columbia business community, professional associations, and family and friends.

Affiliations
 

About KRJ Consulting

KRJ Consulting is an organizational growth and human capital consulting firm specializing in people by transforming leaders, integrating cultures, and building organizational capacity. We elevate people, drive results, and make a difference. We are listeners who strive to understand your organization and want to learn how we can be a part of your team to provide solutions that drive organizational change and growth.